As an Alabama disability lawyer with over 30 years of experience, Michael Brown understands that most people who seek Social Security disability benefits find the process intimidating and frustrating. Negotiating an unfamiliar government bureaucracy isn’t easy in the best of times, but it can seem impossible when you are suffering from a serious illness or injury.

Our law practice is devoted to helping disabled individuals win the disability benefits they deserve. We have represented thousands of Social Security disability claimants and understand how difficult it can be to work when you have significant medical problems. Once you complete your application, we can offer you support and guidance throughout the entire claim process. Our goal is to help our clients obtain disability benefits as promptly as possible while treating them with dignity and respect.

Answers to your questions about Social Security disability benefits

If you need information about Alabama Social Security disability benefits, we invite you to explore the articles and videos available here. We have prepared this website to answer the questions you may have about Social Security disability and to provide you with some tips to help you increase your chances of success. Here are some places you might want to look:

Wondering whether you are eligible? The number one question on the minds of most applicants is whether they will qualify for benefits. It’s not an easy question to answer. Read Will I qualify for Social Security disability benefits? and watch our video Are You Likely to Qualify to learn how the Social Security Administration defines “disabled.”

Has your application been denied? Do not be discouraged. Most initial applications are denied. But the odds improve considerably if you appeal. The single biggest mistake a claimant can make is to give up without appealing. Download our free e-booklet, Appealing a Denial of Benefits, for practical advice.

Is pain preventing you from working? Review Proving your pain to learn what you can do to present a strong pain case.

Get help from our Dothan disability lawyers

If your claim has been denied, or even if you have just filed your application, we will be happy to evaluate your case to see if we can help you. If you are not already represented by an Alabama disability lawyer and would like an evaluation of your case, please describe your claim using the form to the right, and we will respond promptly. Or you may contact us.